The Wall Street Journal reports that President Donald Trump's security at the World Cup final is unprecedented, with over 100 bodyguards, air defense systems, drone interceptors, and dozens of attack helicopters deployed around the stadium. The measures come amid threats from Iran, according to the report.
The Wall Street Journal's report, published Sunday evening, provides the most detailed account yet of the security apparatus surrounding President Trump at the World Cup final. The report cites concerns over Iranian threats. Earlier this month, The Zioneer reported on growing fears of an assassination attempt on Trump and that the administration had heightened security to an unprecedented level. The WSJ's new details include the deployment of air defense systems and drone-intercepting equipment, as well as dozens of attack helicopters on continuous patrol. The security measures are being described as unprecedented for a sitting US president at a public event.
- StrongGrowing concern Trump may skip World Cup final over security developments
- DevelopingU.S. authorities seize over 50 drones operating near World Cup sites
- DevelopingUS on high alert over growing fear of assassination attempt on Trump, Israeli media reports
- StrongWSJ: Trump insists Iran crisis is under control, aides say he was blindsided by escalation
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